Prick Up Your Ears
When the young, attractive Joe Orton meets the older, more introverted Kenneth Halliwell at drama school, he befriends the kindred spirit and they start an affair. As Orton becomes more comfortable with his sexuality and starts to find success with his writing, Halliwell becomes increasingly alienated and jealous, ultimately tapping into a dangerous rage.
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Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo, and Tubi TV.
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Frequently asked questions about Prick Up Your Ears
Where can I watch Prick Up Your Ears in the United States?
Prick Up Your Ears is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo, and Tubi TV in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Prick Up Your Ears for free?
Prick Up Your Ears streams free with ads in the United States on Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Prick Up Your Ears?
Prick Up Your Ears scores 6.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Prick Up Your Ears?
Prick Up Your Ears stars Gary Oldman, Alfred Molina, Vanessa Redgrave, Wallace Shawn, and Lindsay Duncan. Stephen Frears is the director.
How long is Prick Up Your Ears?
Prick Up Your Ears runs 1h 51m (111 minutes).
When did Prick Up Your Ears come out?
Prick Up Your Ears was released on April 17, 1987.
Which studio made Prick Up Your Ears?
Prick Up Your Ears was produced by British Screen Productions, Civilhand, and Zenith Entertainment in the United Kingdom.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.